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Horseshoe Grille, North Reading, MA

Horseshoe Grille

3.9 (331)
$30 and under
Barbecue
226 Main St, North Reading, MA 01864

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for groups
  • Kid-friendly
  • Neighborhood gem
Horseshoe Grill in North Reading has been family-owned since the 1920s when it was originally a supper club for members only. That changed in 1957 and, since then, patrons have come from all over to sample the famous ribs that have made Horseshoe Grill an institution. The relaxing atmosphere inside makes it the perfect place to get to work on a rack of ribs, lobster Rangoon, Thai chili calamari or nachos. There is lighter fare at Horseshoe Grill too like the Asian chicken lettuce wraps, cheese quesadilla, ahi tuna and summer fruit salad. There are gluten-free options on the menu too.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Barbecue, American
  • Hours of operation
    Sunday: 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm, Monday: 11:30 am – 9:30 pm , Tuesday - Thursday: 11:30 am – 10:00 pm, Friday - Saturday: 11:30 am – 10:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Catering
    Large or small, pick up or delivery, lunch, dinner, holiday parties, cocktail events. We are your full service friendly neighbor
  • Private party facilities
    We are able to host private functions of various sizes up to and including a buyout of the entire restaurant for 200 guests. Party typically range from 15-60 for private events. Our menu is customized to meet your needs. We allow outside decorations, and music.
  • Neighborhood
    North Reading
  • Cross street
    Main and North
  • Parking details
    Sometimes our lot gets full, we have kind neighbors after their businesses are closed and one may park there or on the side street behind our building
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 331 people are saying

Horseshoe Grille reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

3.9
3.9 based on recent ratings
  • 3.8Food
  • 3.9Service
  • 4.1Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Boston Metro North

    Kid-friendly

  • Boston Metro North

    Good for groups

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Horseshoe Grille offers a warm, family-friendly atmosphere with a "nice bar area" and "great menu variety." While some dishes like the pot pie need extra seasoning, others like the "Reuben and steak flatbread" are praised. Service is consistently "friendly and attentive," making it a solid choice for casual dining.
331 Reviews
  1. Brian VIP

    Greater Boston40 reviews

    1.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Took almost 50 min to get food, when arrived one order was over cooked, one order was under cooked and two of the orders were very dry. Service was slow and confused from start to finish. Not attentive, had to ask manager for updates. Front desk was unprepared for reservations and walk ins. Kitchen was slow and no quality checks. Normally a good place to go. Very disappointing for mother day. Maybe they had an off night.

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  2. Mark VIP

    Greater Boston1 review

    1.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    The service was terrible, had to wait for everything. All four meals were cold.

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  3. Kristen

    New York City1 review

    2.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Holidays aren’t their thing. We waited 20 mins before we had to ask who our server was. No water, cornbread, or acknowledgement. Luckily the server we asked, Michael happily took us on but he had way too many tables, poor kid. Veggie we ordered was green beans for 3 meals. Someone brought them out w/broccolini. We inquired and were told they ran out and replaced them. However noone told us and we don’t like that. 2 of us asked to switch to fries, 1 to rice. The rice didn’t come so we had to ask our server who had no idea they swapped it unknowingly and he wasn’t told they ran out. Service was superslow. Tables waiting throughout. It was the same when we did an Easter reservation years ago. Very disappointing Mothers Day dinner.

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  4. Millie

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great Mother’s Day dinner, nice place great service and food was delicious, Waitress was so nice, attentive 😊

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  5. Mindy

    Greater Boston11 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Perfect for our early Saturday dinner with toddler. Good menu selection. Service a little slower than expected, but server was courteous and professional.

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  6. LaceyC

    Greater Boston4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 23, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    First time Music on a Wed night 👍 Food was good Server was friendly

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  7. Daniel VIP

    Greater Boston33 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    We chose the Horseshoe to celebrate our grandson’s 7th birthday. While the food was acceptable, I remember it from year’s ago being much better. For example, the chicken pot pie was a bowl of shredded chicken and vegetables with a piece of crusty bread placed on top. Difficult to eat and not entirely appetizing. Our waitress was pleasant and attentive and the seating was comfortable. Horseshoe is worth a visit. We only suggest paying extra attention in selecting an entre’

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  8. Jean

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Usually sit at the bar or the patio when the weather is better. Reset on the restaurant side for the first time and it was really nice. No one rushed us, but our server was always available. It's worth the try if you're in the area.

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  9. Ed

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on February 21, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was only warm, Meatloaf was dry, green beans could have been cooked more. had to ask for the corn bread. desert was suppose to come with strawberrys on top,did not had to ask for them.

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  10. Deborah VIP

    Greater Boston24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This place never disappoints! Service is good and the food delious.

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FAQs

Horseshoe Grille offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (978) 664-3591.

Horseshoe Grille is rated 3.9 stars by 331 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today
Google Map for Horseshoe Grille

226 Main St, North Reading, MA 01864

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Main and North
  • Neighborhood
    North Reading
  • Hours of operation
    Sunday: 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm, Monday: 11:30 am – 9:30 pm , Tuesday - Thursday: 11:30 am – 10:00 pm, Friday - Saturday: 11:30 am – 10:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Barbecue, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Sometimes our lot gets full, we have kind neighbors after their businesses are closed and one may park there or on the side street behind our building
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Large or small, pick up or delivery, lunch, dinner, holiday parties, cocktail events. We are your full service friendly neighbor
  • Private party facilities
    We are able to host private functions of various sizes up to and including a buyout of the entire restaurant for 200 guests. Party typically range from 15-60 for private events. Our menu is customized to meet your needs. We allow outside decorations, and music.
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